Northwestern University is seeking an IACUC Analyst to oversee the daily operational activities of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). The role involves managing the review and approval process of research protocols to ensure compliance with regulations and providing training and guidance to committee members and researchers.
Responsibilities
- Conducts thorough pre-review and congruency review of protocol submissions
- Processes all new protocol submissions, addenda, annuals and supporting documents submitted through e-Protocol to ensure, completeness and compliance with all applicable regulations, statues, policies and procedures
- Provides guidance and advice to investigators and recommends changes needed regarding procedural requirements
- Evaluates IACUC member protocol review workload, area of research expertise, and makes protocol review assignment recommendations to Chairs
- Makes recommendations on improving communication and the protocol review processes of the IACUC office
- Creates technical letters for the research community in regards to the approval and pending status of submissions
- Triages and processes all incoming correspondence from the IACUC, reviewers, CCM, and the research community and determines the appropriate action or response
- Participates in the semi-annual program review process and inspections of the NU animal care and use program
- Advises researchers on documents that may be needed to complete protocol submission based on relevant regulations, policy requirements, etc
- Researches facts and provides updates and recommendations on non-compliance items for Chair meetings
- Recommends revisions of policies/SOPs incorporating best practices for IACUC Subcommittee meeting
- Prepares and presents reports at IACUC or Chair meetings
- Prepares IACUC monthly and Chair meeting agenda, minutes, and other meeting materials for Committee review
- Assists in preparation and maintenance of regulatory records
- Researches and becomes a subject matter expert in individual State and Federal laws and regulations as they apply to animal subjects
- Participates in IACUC office presentations including Brown Bag, Open House, Committee education, and other presentations
- Reviews, monitors and recommends changes to training process to ensure that all research staff handling and caring for animals meet the regulatory training requirements
- May be asked to provide and/or analyze data for internal and external regulatory reports as needed
- May be asked to assist in preparation of regulatory reports
- Prepares or participates in special projects as assigned by the Director
- Performs other duties as assigned
Skills
- Bachelors' degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- 1 year of IACUC or related animal welfare experience, including demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations governing the use of animals in research
- Certified Professional IACUC Administrator (CPIA) eligible within 4 years of taking position
- Demonstrates high level of oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment as well as maintain and exhibit personal composure and confidence at all times
- Demonstrates high level organizational skills
- Demonstrates ability and efficiency in word processing and database management
- Demonstrates ability to multi-task and time management skills
- Demonstrates ability to use good judgment and assesses risks
- Exemplary interpersonal skills
- 2+ years IACUC or related animal welfare experience including demonstrated knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations governing the use of animals in research
- Certified Professional IACUC Administrator (CPIA) or eligible within 2 years for taking position
- Masters degree in related science or healthcare field
- Administrative experience
- Background in medical department and/or research laboratory
- AALAS certified
- Ability to prepare meeting minutes
- Ability to learn and become efficient in database management
- Ability to work well independently and within a team environment
Benefits
- Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans
- Retirement benefits
- Tuition discounts
- Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care
- Employee career development
Company Overview
Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics. It was founded in 1851, and is headquartered in Evanston, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.northwestern.edu.
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